According to Tom, the reason why Treyarch is not willing to remove skill-based matchmaking from Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War is because of the mixed reactions from the community. SBMM does not belong in Call of Duty. There should be a ranked playlist for people to sweat in.

Is SBMM getting removed?

Fortnite players, both casual and pro alike, have been struggling to cope with skill-based matchmaking for a long time, but their prayers have finally been answered in the latest update by Epic Games. The developers have completely removed the SBMM system for Squads in the Battle Royale, after massive internet outcry.